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PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 9:44 AM
     Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 2 hits soon, Steam Deck verified

One of the best fantasy co-op games around is finally coming to PC, and sooner than you might think - as publisher Interplay confirms the Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 2 release date for an imminent July launch, and it's ready for Steam Deck too.

The remaster of co-op DnD game Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance 1 finally hit PC after 20 years in December 2021, making up for the less-than-well-received Dark Alliance remake earlier in the year. Interplay previously confirmed that the remaster of 2004's Dark Alliance 2 would release in summer 2022, and now we finally know when - and it's soon.


PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 9:31 AM
     Red Dead Redemption 2 mod updates weather with dynamic seasons

Red Dead Redemption 2 updates are likely a thing of the past, as Rockstar shifts focus away from its western opus and towards Grand Theft Auto 6, but there's life in the sandbox shooter yet, as this new mod completely overhauls the game's environment and weather.

RELATED LINKS: Red Dead Redemption 2 PC review, RDR2 PC legendary animal hunts, RDR2 money guide

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:57 AM
     Battlefield 3 realistic overhaul mod launches this week

Battlefield 3, arguably the best-ever entry in DICE's flagship FPS series, is getting a complete overhaul this week, thanks to a huge realism mod that introduces dynamic visuals, reworked gameplay, and multiplayer servers supporting over 100 players.

RELATED LINKS: Battlefield 3 system requirements

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:56 AM
     AMD claims

Both AMD and Nvida set to release new contenders for the title of best graphics card later this year, but team red claims that its new approach to GPU design gives the company a big lead versus its competitors. It all comes down to chiplets, which could replace the monolithic dies we've become accustomed to.

RELATED LINKS: Zen 4 CPUs - everything we know, RDNA 3 GPUs - everything we know, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:52 AM
     The impossible Fall Guys achievement may soon be possible

Frustrated trophy hunters rejoice, as the impossible Fall Guys achievement will hopefully soon become possible. Since it started turning heads as a free-to-play game, the Fall Guys 'Head Turner' achievement has been broken - but now developer Mediatonic says it's "working" on fixing it.

To get the Head Turner achievement, Fall Guys players had to get and equip body colour, pattern, and upper and lower costume pieces in Legendary rarity. Tough enough, but since Fall Guys went free-to-play on Epic Games Store it was accompanied by a cosmetics rework that basically eliminated Legendary rarity. So, this particular achievement/trophy is impossible to get, to the dismay of fans.

Developer Mediatonic was asked about this unachievable Head Turner achievement on the Fall Guys Discord (as spotted by True Achievements) and the team confirms that it is "working to make this achievable." As for how, when, and how Head Turner would be made possible again, Mediatonic would not say.

RELATED LINKS: Fall Guys review, The best battle royale games, Play Fall Guys

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:29 AM
     Minecraft glow squid – how to make glowing signs

Want to know where the glow squids are in Minecraft? It's one of the newer Minecraft mobs that arrived in the Minecraft 1.17 update and is a variant on the regular squid that, aside from its sparkly appearance, doesn't do much except look pretty. They bimble along without a care in the world, well, that is until you accidentally hit them like the monster you are.

Minecraft glow squids are worth tracking, as these jazzy cephalopods drop glow ink sacs. These sacs have only a handful of cosmetic uses, mostly illuminating text on signs. Nevertheless, the effect does make the text stand out, particularly useful if some hooligan mob somehow dislodges your torches. In any case, there's nothing wrong with a sparkly sign.

So if you really want to get your hands on the glow ink sacs, we'll tell you where to go to find the Minecraft glow squids, how you can use the glow ink sacs on your signs, and how to change them back to normal if you tire of their glowing effect.

RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:02 AM
     Minecraft mod turns the sandbox game into Satisfactory

Minecraft mods come in all shapes and sizes and can be used to turn the sandbox game into nearly anything. There are packs dedicated to making it feel like Elden Ring, a mod to add Mario Karts into your world, and even more natural ones like this mod that allows you to fly on phantoms. There are also mods that try and push the game further into the sandbox genre, if that's even possible.

RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:13 AM
     How to get Minecraft capes

How can you get hold of Minecraft capes, you ask? You may have heard rumours, whispers of a mythical piece of cloth that adorns the shoulders of the most elite Minecraft players. The legends speak of myriad Minecraft capes handed out to the lucky few over the years. Word on the block (sigh) is that capes also modify the appearance of Minecraft Elytra, the magical wings found in end ships, as they occupy the same space on a player's back. Needless to say, Minecraft capes are highly coveted, but they haven't been easy to get.

Those who ventured to any Minecon event before Minecon Earth 2017 each received Minecraft capes; each year, a different colour and design. Even rarer still are the personal capes gifted to lucky individuals in recognition of their achievements, such as Reddit user u/billyk_, who got a personal turtle cape for suggesting Mojang should add turtles to Minecraft.

Unless you can come up with a suggestion as good as turtles (unlikely) or can time travel back to Minecons past, it looks like you're out of luck to obtain any of these Minecraft capes in the Java version. They're a bit more common in the Bedrock version, as some skin packs in the Marketplace have them. If you want them for free, you can try on a cape with the help of Minecraft mods, though it'll only be visible to you. There is one currently available Minecraft cape for the Java edition, though, so read on to find out how to get it.

RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 6:56 AM
     FIFA 23 Icons list and leaks

Want to know which players make up the FIFA 23 Icons list? Exclusive to Ultimate Team, Icons are the best players to have ever graced the sport. All Icons have four cards released throughout the game, each one representing a different period of the player's career. Ultimate Team has strict team-building rules to stop players from assembling any team, but Icons don't have any restrictions at all, being able to slot easily into any team. No matter who you pair them up with, as long as they're in the correct position, Icons will always be on a minimum of five chemistry.

EA is adding new players to the FIFA 23 Icons list this year, and we expect the same players from last year to feature too. There have been some great candidates for Icon cards that have retired in the last year or so, and there are a number of players from the '80s, '90s, and '00s that haven't joined the football game yet. Here are the players we believe could be coming to the FIFA 23 Icons roster later this year.


PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 6:30 AM
     Genshin Impact trailer officially reveals Collei and the Harbingers

Genshin Impact's latest trailer, comprehensively titled Teyvat Chapter Interlude Teaser, has provided some official art and details on Collei, the Harbingers, and the various characters and banners heading for the Sumeru region in version 2.8.

RELATED LINKS: Genshin Impact 2.8 release date, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 6:11 AM
     Here's Halo 3 ODST remade in Unreal Engine 5

While developer 343 Industries looks to add old, unused content to the Halo: Master Chief Collection, fans are creating a Halo 3 ODST remake in the new Unreal Engine 5. You can explore Halo 2's New Mombasa in the new engine right now - just don't expect to shoot any Covenant.

Halo 3: ODST released in 2009 and, despite its more recent addition to the Halo: Master Chief Collection, it's looking pretty ancient at this point. Now, fan developer Gearshift Media has created a more modern look at ODST's iconic New Mombasa city as a "narrative and exploration experience" in Unreal Engine 5.

You can download it here, but don't expect a full FPS game. While there is a gun, there are no enemies to shoot. Dropzone is more of an "immersive experience" for players to explore a chunk of ODST and soak in what it could look like if the game got an Unreal Engine 5 remake.

RELATED LINKS: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary review, Halo 3 review, Best FPS games

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 6:04 AM
     Roblox promo codes list July 2022 – how to redeem

Looking for Roblox promo codes? There are all sorts of promo codes from Roblox events and giveaways out there, that grant you free virtual goods like clothes and items. No need to fork out cash for accessories; new codes are added all the time, so you can keep your Roblox character looking fresh.

Roblox promo codes won't hang around forever, though - they're only valid for a limited time, so be sure to redeem them as soon as you discover one you haven't used yet. Redeeming them is simple - log in to the Roblox website and navigate to their promo codes page, where you can enter your code, and the item will automatically be added to your account straight away.

Promo codes aren't the only source of free items, though; you can also find free Roblox stuff in the avatar shop. There are far too many to list, but there are hundreds of items available for nothing: simply click the 'get' button next to their catalog listing to add them to your account. Be sure to check back here regularly, as we'll update this page whenever new Roblox promo codes are released.

RELATED LINKS: Best Roblox games, Roblox promo codes, Roblox music codes

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 5:54 AM
     Genshin Impact codes July 2022 – redeem free primogems

Looking for Genshin Impact codes? MiHoYo's charming open-world game is notoriously easy to lose yourself in, and if you're like us, you're constantly looking out for more Genshin Impact primogems and other handy consumables.

Gathering currency in Genshin Impact can be quite the grind - while you can earn mora and primogems by completing quests such as daily commissions, an injection of extra funds will always be gratefully received. Fortunately, the developers MiHoYo occasionally send out free gifts in the form of Genshin Impact codes that can be redeemed online.

These Genshin Impact codes are released periodically, frequently appearring in MiHoYo's special programs that reveal information about future updates coming to the game soon, but also to celebrate milestones or to coincide with new Genshin Impact events. Most codes also only work for a limited time - so it's a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible in case you miss out. Codes can only be redeemed once per account. Here are all the current Genshin Impact codes for July 2022, and how to redeem them.

RELATED LINKS: Genshin Impact 2.8 release date, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 8:59 AM
     The best webcam in 2022

Investing in the best webcam is a surefire way to improve your streaming or home office setup. While they're often viewed as a gaming PC peripheral, a standalone camera will often run circles around the built-in offerings found in the best gaming laptop.

Whatever the best webcam for your needs is, there are plenty of options available to you. While cameras from big-name brands like Elgato, Razer, and Logitech will typically offer the best specs such as high resolution and frame rates, there's great value picks to be had from lesser-known boutique manufacturers.

If you've money to spare, a DSLR camera will offer a higher quality experience over even the best webcam, but for everyone else, the latter will do wonderfully with 1080p video capture at 60 frames per second and be decidedly cheaper. Some devices even support HDR, but the only streaming service that currently supports high-dynamic range is YouTube Gaming, so keep that in mind if you're looking for something for Twitch or Zoom calls.

RELATED LINKS: Best SSD for gaming, How to build a gaming PC, Best gaming CPU

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 4:41 AM
     Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds codes July 2022 – redeem free items

Looking for Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds codes? From developer Netmarble, Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds is a free-to-play MMO game that offers players the opportunity to jump into a fantasy world. Players take on the role of a beta tester for a VR game called Soul Divers, but quickly realise that the virtual reality world is actually real.

Players can use Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds codes to claim a number of free goodies. We've outlined all the steps you need to claim the codes, giving you instant access to an abundance of gold, special titles, and helpful in-game items. It's important to claim these codes as soon as you can because they may expire after a short period of time.

You can find out whether your computer is up to scratch by checking our our Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds system requirements guide. Without further ado, here are all the current Ni no Kuni: Cross Worlds codes for June 2022, and what you need to do to redeem them.

RELATED LINKS: Ni No Kuni Cross Worlds system requirements, Ni No Kuni Cross Worlds tier list, Ni No Kuni Cross Worlds codes

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:58 AM
     Minecraft Ender Dragon, Ender Dragon egg, and more

So you want to know about the Minecraft Ender Dragon? If the popular open-world crafting game has any kind of end goal, it is to march into The End and defeat the Ender Dragon, also known as 'Jean'. Minecraft's only true boss is no joke and can be tough to beat, so make sure you stock up on plenty of Minecraft potions, don that diamond armour, and remain calm.

The Ender Dragon spawns as soon as the player enters The End - that nightmarish realm accessible only through a portal found in strongholds. It doesn't matter what difficulty you're playing on, the Ender Dragon will come for you. She shoots dragon's breath and charges at players by swooping down from the sky. If she gets hit she will retreat, but she can also instantly destroy most blocks she comes into contact with.

Players cannot escape from The End until they slay the Ender Dragon, so you need everything from good armour, potent potions, and even food to keep your health replenished. We also recommend taking some beds because you can use them like TNT charges.

RELATED LINKS: Minecraft console commands, Minecraft skins, Minecraft mods

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 7:30 AM
     The best zombie games on PC 2022

What are the best zombie games on PC in 2022? You can hardly take a step on Steam without these clutching at your ankle, so it's a valid question. Don't dismiss the entire genre just because there are tons of brainless clones, though. Luckily, our list of dead-good hits has everything an zombie enthusiast could ask for.

Zombie games range from simulation-style management games, to co-op games that are more Lovecraftian period pieces, and if you like, you can even take a shambling detour through tower defense games and post-apocalypse parkour. Popular culture's fascination with the undead has given us many gifts - and a lot of memes - so it's important you get your bearings and learn what's what. Whatever state of decay your taste is in, these are the best zombie games on PC and no, we will not be taking any questions at this time.

RELATED LINKS: Does DayZ have crossplay?, DayZ system requirements, DayZ base building tips

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 6:00 AM
     Genshin Impact 2.8 maintenance time and rewards

Want to know about the Genshin Impact 2.8 maintenance schedule? Before every major Genshin Impact update, Hoyoverse takes the popular anime game down for maintenance, which tends to last a few hours while the team applies all of the new content. It's typically the only time Genshin Impact is unplayable, as the mid-patch update usually doesn't require any downtime.

While the Genshin Impact 2.8 maintenance is ongoing, players will be unable to login to the RPG game. After it's finished, everyone will then need to download a large game update before they can play again. These major patches can bring everything from new Genshin Impact characters, to new Genshin Impact events, and even completely new regions, such as Inazuma, or the upcoming new region Sumeru.

Apart from setbacks like the 2.7 update delay, the Genshin Impact maintenance period is a predictable event that happens at the same time for everyone across the globe. We'll keep this guide updated with the latest information on any planned maintenance, as well as when we expect the game servers to come back online.

RELATED LINKS: Genshin Impact 2.8 release date, Genshin Impact character tier list, Genshin Impact leveling guide

PCGamesN Monday, July 11, 2022 4:21 AM
     Assassin's Creed Liberation Steam is gone, and soon you can't play it

The only Assassin's Creed game with a black female protagonist has been pulled from Steam. Ubisoft has delisted the Assassin's Creed Liberation Steam edition, so the action-adventure game can no longer be bought - and what's worse, even if you own it already, it looks like from September you won't be able to play it.

Assassin's Creed Liberation HD, the remastered version of the PS Vita game that ties into the events of Assassin's Creed III, was released in 2014 and is unlikely to be anyone's favourite Assassin's Creed game. Ubisoft didn't include it in the list of games it's pulling support from in 2022, but it has now been delisted from Steam "at the request of the publisher."

Now, normally when a game gets pulled from sale, you can still play it if you already own it. Rockstar's GTA trilogy, for example, can be downloaded and played by anyone who bought them. The Assassin's Creed Liberation HD Steam page, on the other hand, states that the game "will not be accessible following September 1st, 2022."


Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, July 11, 2022 9:07 AM
    

Historical spin-off port Assassin's Creed Liberation HD could well end up totally unplayable for people who own it. At the start of July, the publisher shared 15 getting-on-a-bit games they intended to shut down online services for, including access to bought DLC. Now, Assassin's Creed Liberation HD, Space Junkies and Silent Hunter 5 have already been delisted from Steam at Ubisoft's request, and won't be accessible from September 1st.

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, July 11, 2022 7:12 AM
    

It sounds very much like there's a single-player Apex Legends game on the horizon, judging from several jobs being advertised by Respawn Entertainment. Hang on – stompy robot shooter Titanfall 2 was the only single-player game in the same universe as Apex so far. Could this be Titanfall 3 or something else entirely?

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, July 11, 2022 6:43 AM
    

Every weekend, indie devs show off current work on Twitter's #screenshotsaturday tag. And every Monday, I bring you a selection of these snaps and clips. This week I have more games than usual to share because dang, so many things looked cool. Come admire!

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Rock Paper Shotgun Latest Articles Feed Monday, July 11, 2022 6:36 AM
    

Sci-fi shooter Halo Infinite finally sees some movement to get campaign co-op into the game this week, which will see the launch of the campaign network co-op preview. It's not certain yet exactly what day or time the beta begins, but anyone looking to team up with friends for the beta will need to have been part of the Halo Insider program for at least three months and have an Insider Xp level of 5 or higher. The preview will be available for both purchased copies of Halo Infinite and to players using Game Pass for PC. Steam players will be sent a unique key to access the relevant build through Halo Insider.

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Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 9:30 AM
     All shall be revealed in Stranger Things Season 5.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 9:00 AM
     Pre-order Live a Live to pre-install it.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 8:44 AM
     Embark on the adventurous journey of a Cat.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 6:05 AM
     Preload the files.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 6:02 AM
     Surprise your Discord friends

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 5:17 AM
     Full List of Guardians of the Galaxy Members as Seen in Thor: Love and Thunder

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 5:10 AM
     Another handy list of potential solutions for today's Wordle answer!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:47 AM
     Help narrow down today's Wordle answer with this complete list of 5 letter words with A as the second and fourth letters!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:47 AM
     The God of Symbiotes makes his debut in the MCU!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:41 AM
     Let's bring the rainbow!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:37 AM
     Find out what happened to (spoiler) in Thor: Love and Thunder.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:32 AM
     A helping hand to keep your streak going!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:20 AM
     Here's today's Jumble answer!

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:12 AM
     Explaining why you can or cannot sleep outside in Stardew Valley.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:10 AM
     Unfortunately, the answer is not that great.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 4:00 AM
     Here's today's Byrdle answer for those who can't quite work it out.

Twinfinite Monday, July 11, 2022 2:27 AM
     Today developer HoYoVerse had a few juicy reveals to make related to the upcoming version 3.0 of Genshin Impact.

Siliconera Monday, July 11, 2022 9:00 AM
    

Dragon Ball SDCC

The 2022 Comic-Con International (a.k.a. the San Diego Comic Con) is coming. And with it, is a wave of exclusive merchandise for attendees. Bandai Namco Collectibles is bringing four Dragon Ball Z SDCC exclusive S.H. Figuarts figures to the event. SDCC exclusive items are usually sold only to Comic-Con attendees at the various exhibitor booths on the show floor. In some cases just the chance to purchase these items is subject to lottery-style distribution among certain groups of attendees. For its part, Bandai's exclusives - including the Dragon Ball Z SDCC figures - will be available at its booth.

The Dragon Ball Z SDCC exclusives for 2022 are based on Goku, Majin Buu, Shenron, and Android 16.

The Son Goku S.H. Figuarts figure is based on his Super Saiyan 2 power mode. A straight upgrade of the Super Saiyan transformation, Super Saiyan 2 is even more powerful. Its wielders have even spiker hair, a more dramatic aura, and occasionally flash with lightning. Goku has three pairs of hands, three faces, a halo, and a special set of visual effect parts.

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The Majin Buu S.H. Figuarts figure is based on Majin Buu's Good form. In good form, the fearsome fighter is a portly paragon. He comes with two pairs of hands, three faces, an Angel Halo, and a handy chocolate bar.

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Android representation comes to the Dragon Ball Z SDCC exclusive line through Android 16. This version has an improved paint job that sticks more closely to his look in the anime. He has interchangeable hands, two faces, and an exchangeable head.

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Finally, the divine dragon Shenron rounds out the offering. The figure is over 11 inches long, and comes with a custom pedestal to prop him up. The base also shows an arrangement of all seven Dragon Balls, making him ready to grant a wish.

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The Dragon Ball Z SDCC exclusive figures will be available at the San Diego Comic-Con 2022. The convention takes place on July 21 to 24, 2022. Various Dragon Ball anime series are available to watch on Crunchyroll in North America.

The post Dragon Ball Z SDCC Exclusive Figures Include Goku, Shenron appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, July 11, 2022 8:00 AM
    

Alchemy stars X P5R

The crossover event between gacha strategy RPG Alchemy Stars and Persona 5 Royal opens soon. Level Infinite shared more details ahead of its July 14th opening date to detail the Alchemy Stars x P5R event's structure and preview its crossover characters.

Check out the trailer below. It offers a look at how Phantom Thieves leader Joker will appear in-game.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_96tFatnAo

The Alchemy Stars x P5R event "Heist Under a Moonlit Night" will add Phantom Thieves members Joker, Queen, Violet, Fox, and Mona to the game's playable roster. Joker and Queen appear as 6-Star Aurorians with the Fire and Thunder attributes, respectively. Fox, Violet, and Mona are 5-Star units with the Water, Fire, and Forest attributes.

The official Twitter account also shared skill previews for the four of the Alchemy Stars x P5R crossover characters. Check them out in the gallery.

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Other than Mona, who is available via login campaigns, the characters can be obtained through recruitment banners that go live alongside the Alchemy Stars x P5R event. Joker and Violet are on the Fool and Faith Collab Exclusive banner. Queen and Fox are on the Priestess and Emperor Collab Exclusive banner.

The event itself will have an "entirely unique" scenario, where player team up with Joker and Queen to discover the source of the Shadows plaguing Umbraton. The players will take on a bandit gang alongside the Phantom Thieves and "reclaim the lost heart of a kidnapped boy".

The event and crossover characters also incorporate unique mechanics based on Persona 5 Royal's gameplay. P5R Aurorian skills can stack a "Exploiting Weakness" effect on enemies. And when the stack reaches 100, enemies are affected by the "Weak" status. Further, deploying a P5R character to the can also trigger a Special Skill that damages enemies. Finally, the Special Skill also triggers a unique attack animation based on Persona 5 Royal's "All-Out Attack" mechanic.

Alchemy Stars is available on iOS and Android. The P5R crossover event begins on July 14, 2022 and runs until August 3, 2022.

The post Alchemy Stars x P5R Event Trailer Released appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, July 11, 2022 7:00 AM
    

ken akamatsu

Ken Akamatsu, the artist behind the Love Hina and Negima! Magister Negi Magi manga, has become the first mangaka to also be a politician. He won a seat in the national proportional representation block during the House of Councillors election in Japan, held on July 10, 2022. He is now a member of the Liberal Democratic Party. [Thanks, ANN!]

Akamatsu ran on a platform promoting freedom of expression and artistic freedom. It included protecting creators' rights from censorship, regulations, and "external pressure." He began delving into politics as early as 2011 when he spoke against proposed changes to copyright law that threatened self-published derivative works. He also spoke against proposed amendments to pornography regulations.

In order to focus on his political career, he ended his manga series UQ Holder! in early 2022. Throughout 2022, he has commented on issues like censorship, such as in April 2022 in regards to criticism of the manga Tawawa on Monday.

In Akamatsu's Tweet announcing the official start of his political career, he said that with this election, he thinks Japan will change. He voiced his determination to fulfill his promises so that he does not betray the trust of those who elected him and to live up to his role as a representative of the citizens.

https://twitter.com/KenAkamatsu/status/1546099560933904384

Ken Akamatsu began his manga career in 1994 with A.I. Love You and gained fame with Love Hina and Negima! Magister Negi Magi. In particular, Love Hina is seen as a major influence on trends such as harem anime and 'moe.'

The post Love Hina Creator Ken Akamatsu Elected to Japanese Legislature appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, July 11, 2022 6:00 AM
    

hallmark ornaments gaming header

Hallmark has premiered its Keepsake Ornaments for 2022, with over 250 new ornaments for this Christmas season. Purchasing the ornaments on July 17, 2022 will earn bonus points if you are a member of the site. Aside from normal ornaments featuring snowmen and angels, Hallmark is also offering a number of video game and pop culture ornaments for the Christmas tree.

Some of the items are not available online, and you will have to go to a Hallmark store to pick them up. The full list of items is on the Hallmark website, but here are some of the ornaments that you can decorate your tree with:

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The personalized Super Mario ornament will let you write your name in the coin-like circle. Underneath it is Mario jumping out of a pipe, looking like he just punched your name out from a brick. Additionally, not every ornament is available as of the time of writing, so if there is a specific one you want that is out of stock at the moment, you may have to check the website at a later date.

The Hallmark ornaments will likely all appear on the website on July 17, 2022, for the Ornament Premiere. You check out the ornaments from 2020 and 2021 as well.

The post Here are the Video Game Hallmark Ornaments of 2022 appeared first on Siliconera.


Siliconera Monday, July 11, 2022 5:00 AM
    

demon slayer entertainment district movie village

Toei Movie Village announced that it will bring the Demon Slayer Entertainment District to life. Visitors will be able to see spots such as the Butterfly Mansion and the train station from Mugen Train from July 23 to October 17, 2022. For the full experience, you can also take a limited edition Demon Slayer train. [Thanks, Famitsu!]

Aside from visiting locales from Demon Slayer, the Toei Movie Village will feature cut-outs of the characters. You can take pictures with them, or with the various props around the area. For example, there is a box that resembles Nezuko's that you can crawl into for photos or simply to experience what Nezuko must live like on a daily basis. The Movie Village will also offer a limited collaboration menu, as well as mini-games and a stamp rally.

Here are some pictures of places you can see and items you can purchase at the Movie Village:

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There are three parts to the village, consisting of the different arcs of Demon Slayer. There is a section dedicated almost entirely to characters (ranging from Tanjiro to even Tamayo) and their famous scenes. After that, there are the three brothels that Tanjiro, Zenitsu, and Inosuke infiltrate. Lastly, you can re-live Tanjiro's final battle with Gyutaro.

Demon Slayer is available to stream on Crunchyroll. The Demon Slayer event at Toei Movie Village in Kyoto will run from July 23 to October 17, 2022, with annual passes costing 10,200 JPY for adults, 6,700 JPY for students, and 5,700 JPY for children. Normal tickets for the event will cost 4,900 JPY for adults, 4,000 JPY for students, and 3,550 JPY for children.

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PC Invasion - FeedDDD Monday, July 11, 2022 9:30 AM
     Fortnite weapon charms leakA new Fortnite leak suggests that Epic Games may soon add weapon charms to the game as cosmetic options. Currently, the only way you can customize your Fortnite weapons is by adding weapon wraps. The addition of weapon charms would provide you with another way of personalizing your weapons even more. A reputable Fortnite data miner known as @ShiinaBR shared that Epic Games is supposedly working on weapon charms — or considering adding them to the game. They go on to explain that a new string of code for upcoming "cosmetic archiving" details the possibility to "archive charms." It is unknown what kind of weapon charms could be available to unlock, but it's likely they'll be popular among fans.   Outlook hazy However, without any confirmation from Epic Games, we can't be sure when or if weapon charms will make a debut in Fortnite. Chapter 3 Season 4 should begin towards the end of summer, so they could be introduced at that time. Until Epic Games make...

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Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Monday, July 11, 2022 7:51 AM
     Assassin's Creed may not be able to go back to the golden age of piracy, but developer Ubisoft may have something to scratch that itch with Skull and Bones. Just in, we have a full gameplay overview for Skull and Bones and it gives us a look at this open-world game set in the golden […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Monday, July 11, 2022 7:18 AM
     Terminator may not have been able to bounce back in the box office after Genisys and Dark Fate, but that doesn't mean you can't bring Skynet into games. Thanks to Nacon Connect 2022, we have an announcement for a new Terminator survival game. Check it out: Here's the official description from IGN: Announced as part […]

Player Assist | Game Guides & Walkthroughs Monday, July 11, 2022 6:59 AM
     The weekend has been pretty wild for Japan, but uniquely crazy for game director Hideo Kojima. After news broke out that former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was assassinated, a French politician accidentally shared a meme accusing Kojima of pulling off the hit. This lead to multiple other sources falsely accusing Kojima of being Abe's killer. […]